4 sneaky signs of diabetes

You know the signs of type 2 diabetes: intense thirst, frequent urination and numbness or tingling in the hands or feet. But Dr. John B. Buse, MD, director of the University of North Carolina Diabetes Care Center, says some symptoms fly under the radar. If you have two or more of these signs, talk to your doctor

'I make $5,000 a month serving up Southern dishes!'

For Lakeisha Brown, cooking up Southern food fills her soul and her savings account! Read on to learn how

Switching services? Ask this to save $$$

You can save $100s on services by switching to companies with cheaper rates. And to keep even more cash in your wallet, savings pros recommend asking some important questions

'This spice cured my chronic back pain!'

After decades of unrelenting back pain, Patti Tucker, 61, felt like nothing would ever change - until she found the cause and the natural cure that gave her back her life

'How do I change my dreams?'

Lucid dreaming - or being aware that you're dreaming while you're dreaming - can boost joy and help you solve problems. Here's how to do it

Decadent delight

In-season fruit and warm spices stirred into the batter ensure this showstopper bakes up extra moist and irresistible

This teacher saved her student from choking!

Six-year-old Charlotte Swinyer popped a piece of ice in her mouth on a school field trip. Seconds later, it got stuck in her throat. Choking, she ran to her teacher, who switched into the role of lifesaver!

A perfect fit

When Lyle was called to help his dad witha plumbing project, he didn’t expect that fixing a leaky sink could lead to finding true love

Relax and renew in Sonoma!

Unique art galleries, a thriving culinary scene, beautiful landscapes and sunny skies welcome you to this historic California city in the Sonoma Valley

Make your produce last twice as long!

Hate when fresh fruits and veggies go bad? Here's how to extend their life so you can reduce waste and save cash

"I make over $28k a year from my sheets!"

Michele Wytas' 'aha' moment on a family vacation now has her bringing in the dough! Here's how

Wacky ways to age in reverse

Keeping aging at bay doesn't have to require strict diets and exhausting workouts. These effortless tricks let you see, hear and feel better than you did up to two decades ago

"My cholesterol dropped from 280 to 180 after I cut out this food"

When Rose Smith's cholesterol skyrocketed out of the blue, she feared for her health...until a dietary shift changed everything!

Easiest ever over-50 fat loss

Dr. Ian Smith's 'go carb crazy' diet vacation days make metabolism flexible again-so you lose up to 2 lbs a day*

Swedish secret to

Swedes are among the happiest, healthiest people. One reason: They follow a lagom lifestyle. Lagom (Swedish for 'just the right amount') helps them find balance by not doing too much or too little. Here's how to tap into the benefits!

I feel like "Help! giving up!"

We've all felt like throwing in the towel when life knocks us down. Here, experts share easy ways to boost our resilience and restore hope

3 proven ways to get rid of a neck hump

In the past 10 years, cases of dowager's hump-rounded shoulders and a hump at the base of the neck-have surged. Time spent hunched over smartphones and stress are to blame, leaving 40% of us over 50 with the condition, say University of California scientists. Here, easy fixes

the key to Uncover 'hidden' fall energy

Your liver plays a major role in balancing blood sugar, flushing toxins and converting fat into energy. But when it's clogged with fat, its function falters. The result: nagging fatigue and unwanted pounds. Luckily, clearing fat from your liver more than quadruples fat burning. Plus, British research suggests a 'skinny' liver sends energy soaring by 89%. And while liver fat can increase after age 50, it doesn't have to. These tricks eliminate fatty buildup

We help rescue animals-and heal human hearts!"

When Rosanna Stokley found herself furloughed, she was unsure of her next step. But then she turned her passion for helping animals into a business and today, her farm helps thousands of people heal!

Save on all your healthcare costs!

Last year, the average American household paid a whopping $5,177 for medical visits, tests and medications-a cost expected to rise by another 6% this year. Here, pros share how to save a bundle without sacrificing care

My mother, my angel

When Woman's World reader Richenda Janeen Hershey was grieving her mother, she was inspired to write a poem that brought her peace. She writes:

Taste bud trick to 100% healthy

Sure, broccoli, fish and kale are good for you. But if you can't stand the flavor, you may be a supertaster. Supertasters have extra taste buds and taste foods more strongly. They're especially sensitive to bitter foods, thanks to a gene that ups bitterness perception. Fortunately, you can make all foods taste delicious!

This loving nurse adopted a teen mom and her triplets!

When 14-year-old Shariya Small delivered triplets, she was terrified. Her family life wasn’t good—she was on her own. Then she met NICU nurse Katrina Mullen, whose love and support changed all their lives

Safeguard your heart and your mood!

Keeping blood vessels flexible boosts circulation to cut heart trouble risk by 66%. But by delivering oxygen-rich blood to tissues, removing wastes and increasing levels of happiness-boosting brain chemicals, supple vessels also safeguard your mood.

Natural ways to reverse gum disease

Sure, healthy gums mean better breath and fewer cavities. But research suggests reversing gum disease (harmful plaque buildup that can cause red, swollen gums and bleeding) cuts stroke risk by 57% and lowers dementia risk by 70%. To tamp down troublemaking plaque, just…

Sidestep falls the easy way!

Up to 60% of us worry about falls. What helps? Better balance. In fact, Brazilian research suggests people with good balance outlive their peers. To stay steady, just...

Shortcuts to 100% healthy!

No need to overhaul your lifestyle when you’d rather be enjoying fall fun. These ‘health hacks’ deliver the same benefits!

"Don't stop challenging yourself"!

Actress and singer Ann-Margret has been entertaining millions for almost 60 years. While she has enjoyed the bright lights of fame since her first hit movie Bye Bye Birdie in 1963, the 82-year-old has also faced struggles and darkness in life-like losing her husband of 50 years. Here, how faith, love and laughter keep her forging joyfully on

"Dance helps people with Parkinson's stay strong!"

When Beth Hochstein was diagnosed with youngonset Parkinson's disease, she turned to dance to stay active. It helped so much, she started classes for others with the same illness, sparking fun and hope!

An angel's protection

When Woman’s World reader Paulina Miazek found herself in a dangerous situation, an angel appeared to comfort and protect her. She writes: